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Nitecore MH10 V2 vs Nitecore P12
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore MH10 V2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1100% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$60Cheapest
US$95Most expensive
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Heaviest
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
Length
135 mm (5.31 in)Longest
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1200 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
6400 cd
Beam distance
240 m (787 ft)Highest
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
720 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x21700 rechargeable Li-ion
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryOutdoor activitiesTactical use
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
Common praise
Bright output for its sizeGood runtime on rechargeable batteryDurable and waterproof designConvenient USB-C charging
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
Common complaints
Limited beam throw compared to some tactical flashlightsSome users find side switch less intuitive
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
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